Four hours into your trail run, you're tired, it's getting dark, and you forgot your headlamp. But the women's Patagonia Strider Shorts are still dry and comfortable. The ultralightweight 100% polyester (50% recycled) dries fast and has a smooth hand to ensure chafe-free comfort. The airflow mesh insets add venting, and the built-in, no-chafe brief wicks moisture and dries in a flash. A covered elastic waistband with an internal drawcord secures the fit. With an internal envelope pocket and a reflective logo at the hem. Inseam is 3 ".

i am 5'5" and 122 lbs and ordered a medium. they fit fine - slightly loose in the waist but they don't move around, so it is comfortable. these were not as lightweight as i hoped but still fine for long runs in the summer.

I just bought these shorts and ran a 16 mile trail race in them. I was highly annoyed the whole time with the crotch inseam and length. These seem to be made for teenagers or people who want low rider shorts. The shorts rode up in the crotch area the entire time. I was ready to strip down to my undies around 8 miles into the race. I have tons of Patagonia running gear and love it all, with the exception of these shorts. Very disappointed and will be returning. So far, the best running shorts I've found are the North Face flight series shorts.